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HDR · 12 hours ago

Water Resources Management Intern (Summer 2026)

positionDes Moines, IA
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
workcardStart in 2026 Summer

HDR is a company that values inclusivity and employee engagement, and they are seeking a Water Resources Management Intern. In this role, you will gain real-world experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, assist in data collection and processing, and work under the guidance of senior engineers on water resource projects.

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Responsibilities

Gain real world experience on exciting projects by applying standard engineering techniques and procedures to assist in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, data collection, and data processing using geographic information systems
Work under the guidance and direct supervision of a more senior-level Engineer to learn various engineering design and modeling techniques in the development of water resource and stormwater projects for federal, state and local clients
Exposure to typical projects ranging from flood control, floodplain analysis, dam and levee design and rehabilitation, stream channel stabilization/restoration/rehabilitation, wetland and lake restoration, to watershed analysis
Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals’ programs
Perform other duties as needed, including site/field visits, design calculations, GIS data production, assisting in production of technical reports and production water resources studies

Qualification

Hydrologic modelingHydraulic modelingGeographic Information SystemsEngineering design techniquesMicrosoft OfficeAttention to detailProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
Attention to detail
Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
Basic Microsoft Office skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred

Prefer 2+ years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
Preference given to local candidates

Company

HDR

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HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
dateFounded in 1917
location
Omaha, Nebraska, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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http://www.hdrinc.com

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (3)
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2023 (6)
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2021 (5)
2020 (8)

Funding

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Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Galen Meysenburg
CFO
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Jeff Glover
Colorado Area Water Group Chief Engineer
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